On Saturday morning, Maggie decided to leave us to spend time with her sister Murphy. I laid with her as she struggled and took her last breaths. She was a sweet girl, always happy to get many petting sessions, treats, and to “lean” on you. Those who have only just met her, did not know her full happy playful self. She is and will be missed.
June 6, 2010 – October 12, 2022
I really enjoy reading what our guests write in our guest journals in the cabins but I have not gathered one from the cabins for awhile to post. This entry is from a couple who have lived outside the US for many years. Their appreciation for us and the area touched my heart.
July 28-July 30, 2022
“We had never been here before. It is a beautiful area The only aspect that rivals the natural beauty of the area is the beauty of the spirit invested in these Cozy Cove Cabins.
The literature Tami and Steve have left in the cabin (the information book, the log of renovations, their history of their dedication of work here) is transcendent.
A place is never just a place – it is the people who love it, who work it. It is the history.
This is what I feel gives a particular identity to this place. Thank you
Lisa and Billy -Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
PS Have yet to see a moose!
PPS Saw a moose last night -right up the road where the information book suggested! “
Due to a technical issue with the company who does our fireworks, the 4th of July celebration will be on Saturday July 2nd this year. Keep in mind, since it was their need to change the date, we will get a bigger then normal display. For those of you who have been in Jackman on the 4th, this company ALWAYS does an incredible job. See you then.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
The Freedom Race was a huge success last year. The event will start at 10am on July 2. You will need to BIKE to Jackman landing, CANOE or KAYAK to the boat launch on Big Wood then RUN to the town park. Prizes will be awarded. Please contact the JMRRCOC at jackmanchamber@gmail.com for more information.
The parade will begin from the school at 4pm. If you want to participate in the parade, you must register at the Fire Dept buy 2pm. Prizes awarded for Most patriotic, most outrageous Most community spirit and best vehicle.
For our guests staying here that weekend, after the parade is our Annual Potluck Picnic. Bring a dish to share and a chair.
Fireworks begin at dusk at the town field.
What a fun weekend in Jackman. The Maine Moose Lottery Drawing was held here on June 11th, sponsored by the Town of Jackman and the JMRRCOC. Jackman was chosen for this event in 2020, then the pandemic happened. What an opportunity for this little town. It really was only a one day event but there were comedians and bands on Friday and Saturday also
We had a huge tent set up for demonstrations, a comedian, moose calling and a reading, and of course the drawing of 4000 names which started at 2pm.
We had around 50 vendors who participated, both local and from other towns selling handmade items, mounts, guide services, lodging and of course, food vendors offering hot doge, burgers, cotton candy, ice cream, pizza, and local maple products.
We even had a Moose Monster truck giving rides to kids and adults, Timber Tina demonstrating ax throwing and log sawing, and a bouncy house and games for the kids.
Our local “friend of the Forest” Moose made his rounds all day long entertaining guests.
So if you are driving through town before July 4th, look up at the poles, you may see a moose or 21 along the way.
An entry from our guest journal June 11, 2022
“Did not get drawn but had a great time-festival was wonderful-so much to do and see. Tried axe throwing and she was a wonderful teacher. SO much time with each person. We sa 4 Moose- thanks for the tip on location of viewing. Also 6 deer, 1 turkey, 1 racoon, and a turkey vulture. Caught on world record chub on the lake. Thank you
“
Happy April Fools Day. Did you play any tricks on anyone?
What is happening in Jackman in April? Pretty much nothing. You cannot ice fish, nor open water fish, snowmobile trails are close and ATV trails are not open yet. You could try hiking but your feet will either get muddy or you slide on the snow that still remains on the ground.
BUT you can get away from reality for a few days, play cards with a friend, cook a “gourmet” (LOL) meal in the cabin or order a Pizza from Bishops, watch a sunset from your cabin, sit out on the deck as the many birds migrate through the area this month, perhaps even watch “ice out” on Big Wood. Sometimes this is all we need.
SO here is our April Bloggie discount. Stay 3 nights and we will take 50% off of one night. Usual rules apply for any blog discount: you must mention you saw this on our blog and only cash (or check) will be accepted. Give us a call.
It looks like this weekend is the last hurrah for this years riding. There is still snow out there but most clubs are reporting some bare spots.
We had a dusting of snow this morning in town but then turned to sleet and some rain. The forecast for the week is also warming during the day with coll nights.
Then again, Mother nature has her way. We could still get a snow storm in April.
It was a great season all in all. Thank you to those who stayed with us and a special thanks to the Border Riders Club and the landowners.
See you next year.
Big Wood update as of March 19, 2022. Here is a cam shot from this afternoon.
Just to let you know what is going on out on Big Wood so you can choose the best guess for ice out. Yesterday, with the warmer temps and rain, our fisherman were sloshing on a lot of water but they said it is still about 3 feet thick.
March 1, 2022
Are you ready for the 2022 Ice Out Contest?
It was 40 yesterday and raining. Today down to 30s and snowing so your guess is as good as mine.
So how this works:
1. Choose your date and time that you think the ice will go out on Big Wood. Choosing a time is helpful if multiple people choose the same date. The person closest to the time will win.
2. Add a comment to this post with your best guess. A comment on Facebook will not be entered. We can only accept one entry per/email.
3. The deadline to post your vote this year is 8am on April 15th, 2022. Watch our webcam at www.cozycovecabins.com for signs of change.
The winning date will be what the Town of Jackman records as the ice out date and time for 2022.
The winner will get 50% off one night when they stay with us 2 or more days or 1 full night free if they stay 4 or more days. This discount will expire December 31, 2022. New this year, you will also win a Cozy Cove Cabins hoodie.
HOW TO ADD A COMMENT
To add a comment to the blog for the first time, you do need to register and be approved in order to add comments to any post. If you posted before, use that same password. Unless you forgot it!
It really is simple:
Click on register at the top right of Blog Page. Follow directions using the code ccc2017 when asked. Use a simple PW so you do not forget it later(or next year). You will then get an email to confirm you are who you are, then I approve that you are not a robot or a “nonAmerican” and you are good to go.
After this process, you will need to login to comment but you will not have to wait for me to approve you. Unless of course you forgot your password from before, then you may have to re-register. So don’t forget your password.
All in all, the winter season has been almost back to normal. Yes we have these crazy warm days then it gets cold again. We had rain yesterday and now it is snowing again. The forecast is for 2 inches or so. Luckily we have a good base so they are still riding. Just watch out for those icy corners.
If you are coming up this weekend, be sure to stop in at the Northland for the Border Riders Club auction. It is always lot of fun.
For the rest of the month, anyone who stays with us,if you pay in cash or check you get a free Cozy Cove Cabins grocery bag. Just the perfect sine to pop over to the market for the milk, bread and deserts you may have forgotten.
Once again, Big Wood was alive this weekend with shacks and ice fisherman. Even with the warmer temps causing rough walking out on the snow, they ventured on.
